The DSR Network The Daily Blast: Trump Press Sec’s Fawning over Him to Media Takes Scary, Cultlike Turn
May 12, 2025
Amanda Marcotte, a Salon columnist adept at dissecting MAGA pathologies, delves into the curious worship of Trump by his press secretary, comparing it to a North Korean spectacle. She explores the stark contrast between Trump’s perceived strength and his actual chaotic behavior, illustrating how exaggerated flattery feeds political outrage. Further, Marcotte critiques the performative aspects of the MAGA aesthetic and examines the psychological impact of Trump’s narcissism on both policy decisions and societal engagement, revealing a disturbing trend in political discourse.
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Levitt's Cult-like Trump Praise
- Karoline Levitt uses over-the-top, cult-like praise to portray Trump as powerful and strong.
- This contrasts sharply with Trump's frequent public meltdowns, revealing a tension in his image management.
Purpose of Over-the-top Praise
- Levitt's over-the-top praise serves primarily to please Trump's needy ego.
- It also seems designed to provoke liberals by pushing outrageous lies that they find offensive.
MAGA's Pro Wrestling Aesthetic
- MAGA's aesthetic features exaggerated emotions and appearances inspired by pro wrestling.
- Trump's entourage uses this over-the-top style to reinforce his image and feed his narcissism.